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AC Schnitzer ACS4 2.8i Coupe based on BMW 4-Series 428i

AC Schnitzer has revealed their latest project based on the all-new BMW 4-Series 428i. The stylish sports coupe has received both styling and performance upgrades. The name of the project is ACS4 2.8i Coupe.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged gasoline engine is boosted to 294HP (216 kW) – an incrase of 49HP. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and 80-180 km/h in 12.7 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). The ACS4 2.8i Coupe was tested on a racetrack in Barcelona by the DTM driver – Bruno Spengler. Although the conditions were terrible, the car is extremely fast.

The exterior comes with front and rear bumpers extensions as well as a set of new alloy wheels. There are also police lights and police decals for the sides, hood and mirrors.

Source: AC Schnitzer

February 20, 2014

KTW BMW 1-Series Black & White

KTW Tuning has presented their latest project based on the new BMW 1-Series 116i. The stylish hatchback is available in black or white version.

The upgrades for the black 116i include Essen TN-9 Black aluminum rims – 8.5J x 20” ET35 fitted with 235/30ZR20 88Y tires. There are also red coated brake calipers, H&R lower suspension settings, foil wrapped BMW kidneys and interior ledges. The side and back windows are tinted black. The overall price (including the car) is €22,999.

The white one comes with AEZ Antigua Dark Black rims – 8.5J x 20” ET35 fitted with 235/30ZR20 88Y tires. Other upgrades are also the same as the black 116i, but the white one has mat black kidneys, outer mirrors, roof, front-middelsword and lower part of the rear bumper. The price is €23,599.

Source: KTW

February 18, 2014

2014 BMW X5 – ///M Performance Parts

BMW US will present the new range of ///M Performance parts for the 2014 X5 Sports Activity Vehicle. The 3^rd generation of BMW X5 was presented in the end of last year and at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show, the manufacturer will offer full complement of ///M Performance Parts for it.

BMW M Performance Parts are accessories now available for a wide variety of current models that enable the enthusiast to tailor their BMW to their individual tastes with a sporty, track-inspired character.

The exterior boasts carbon fiber mirror caps, front splitter, rear diffuser and rear aero flaps. A rear spoiler, high-gloss black kidney grilles and M Performance rocker panel decals are also available. Double-spoke 21” wheels with performance tires complete the aggressive look.

The interior also comes with a lot of carbon fiber parts and an Alcantara steering wheel as well as a set of stainless steel pedals.

BMW also offers ///M Performance Power Kit for the 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six in the X5 xDrive35i – additional 20HP (15 kW) and 43Nm (32 lb-ft) of torque. The kit also provides sharper throttle calibration for a more direct connection with the accelerator pedal. The available M Performance Exhaust, available with chrome exhaust tips, provides the perfect complement to the increased power.

Last, but not least is the enhanced stopping power provided by the ///M Performance Brake Kit including 6-piston calipers with 19” brake discs taken from the previous generation X5M.

Source: BMW

February 14, 2014

2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe Individual

BMW has announced details about their Individual program for the recently unveiled 4-Series Gran Coupe.

The exterior boasts Moonstone Metallic paint, a set of new 19” light alloy wheels with an attractive V-spoke design fitted with low-profile tires. The interior comes with a leather-wrapped dashboard and Ash Grain White wood trim. There are also Merino leather seats with contrast stitching.

The engine range includes a 420i, a 428i and 435i as well as 418d and 420d. There is also an xDrive variant for 428i. The power output varies from 143HP to 184HP for the diesels and from 184HP to 306HP for the petrol models.

Source: BMWBlog

February 12, 2014

Vorsteiner BMW M3 on Flow Forged V-FF 101

Vorsteiner-BMW-E92-M3-Coupe-shadow Vorsteiner-BMW-E92-M3-Coupe-medium Vorsteiner have released their latest aero + wheel combo. It’s kind of a familiar BMW M3 E92 but now on (again familiar) Flow Forged V-FF 101 wheels. We guess that makes it exciting? Probably.

The wheels in question come in sizes 19×10 at the front and 19×11 at the rear. They carry a fancy five double-spoke design and are coated with a Matte Gunmetal paint. The tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

The included aero bits and pieces account for the GTS-V front spoiler which takes away even more from the already low ground clearance. At the back, the California-based company have went for their own Type II rear diffuser. The new boot lid too is an addition by Vorsteiner.

To be honest, the whole thing is very subtle. So much so in fact, there isn’t anything left to say about it. Do enjoy the photo shoot though. Vorsteiner are very handy when it comes to camera work.

Source: Vorsteiner

February 10, 2014

G-Power Hurricane RR BMW M5 E61 Touring – 820HP and 790Nm

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G-Power is now offering modified Bi-Kompressor system for the BMW M5/M6 E6X series. It can catapult the G-Power BMW M5 Hurricane RR Touring to 362 km/h (225 mph). The same powertrain in the M5 E60 (Sedan) is capable of doing 372,1 km/h (231 mph).

The extremely powerful Hurricane RR Touring can also accelerate 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.5 seconds and 0-300 km/h in 25.6 seconds. The 5.0 liter V10 Bi-Kompressor engine develops 820HP (603 kW) and 790Nm (585 lb-ft) of torque. The pricing starts from €7,300 for the basic system. The Mono-Kompressor system, based on a single ASA T1-724 supercharger has several Stages – 600HP, 620HP, 640HP and 700HP. The Bi-Kompressor system offers 820HP.

The G-Power M5 Hurricane RR Touring rolls 20” SILVERSTONE RS wheels with MICHELIN Pilot Sport tyres measuring 255/35 ZR 20 and 285/30 ZR 20. There is also a G5-RS coil-over suspension with 9-way adjustability for compression and rebound plus infinitely variable height adjustment. Other performance upgrade is the big brake system – discs measuring 396 mm on the front and 380 mm on the rear with 6 and 4-piston calipers. The tuning company also offers ceramic brake set, which delivers a reduction in unsprung masses of around 50%.

G-Power Hurricane RR BMW M5 E61 Touring - Interior

The interior boasts premium leather and Alcantara, new floor mats and trunk cover. There are also logos in the front seats and the headlining set tasteful accents in this sophisticated composition of Carbon, leather and Alcantara.

The modification of the M5 HURRICANE RR Touring interior by G-POWER is completed by an exclusive multimedia entertainment system that leaves nothing to be desired. Next to a powerful audio system, electric powered iPads in the rear of the front seats, a lowerable main monitor from the headlining and an Apple iMac incl. Apple TV enable leisure time or productive work according to the desires of the car’s owner.

Source: G-Power

February 10, 2014

2015 BMW X3 – Updated Exterior, Interior and Engine Range

BMW has officially unveiled the 2015 X3 Facelift. The model comes with revised exterior, interior and two new engine variants. The 2015 BMW X3 will hit the US market in spring with a price tag of $39,325.
The exterior comes with a revised front grille and new headlights reminding to those on the new X5. There are also several new paint finishes, redesigned mirrors and new styles alloy wheels. The X3 Facelift can be ordered with the xLine package including underbody guards, metallic trim accents and special 18” or 19” alloy wheels fitted with proper tires. The M-Sport package is also available and includes complete aerodynamics package, shadow line trim and 18” to 20” alloy wheels. It also includes sport front seats, an anthracite roof liner and a sport-tuned suspension.

The interior boasts new upholstery designs, revised trim and new cup holders. There are also some gloss black accents, a modified infotainment system and an iDrive controller with an integrated touchpad. A very nice extra is the “Smart Opener” that opens the tailgate when put your foot under the rear bumper.

The X3 xDrive20d now produces 190HP (140 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) – an increase of 6HP and 20Nm. 0-100 km/h in 8.1 seconds, which is pretty good for an economical crossover. The fuel consumption is 5.8 liters / 100 km in city, 5.1 liters / 100 km on the highway and 5.4 liters / 100 km on combined cycle.

There is also an eco-friendly X3 sDrive18d with RWD – 150HP (110 kW) and 360Nm (265 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox and has an average fuel consumption of just 5.0 l / 100 km – 47 mpg US or 56.4 mpg UK with CO2 emissions of 131 g/km.

Some of the additional equipment includes Parking Assistant, the full-colour BMW Head-Up Display, the anti-dazzle High Beam Assistant and Driving Assistant Plus, including Lane Departure Warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function and preventive pedestrian protection.

Source: BMW

February 6, 2014

Spyshots: Possible Volvo XC90 Caught Winter Testing

Volvo-XC90-Winter-Testing-medium-1 No, this is not the automotive equivalent of a restrained Dr. Lecter. It’s a camouflaged Volvo XC90 doing some snowy tests according to Swedespeed. Spy shots courtesy to the guys at CarPix.

Apparently, there are some similarities to be drawn with the Concept XC Coupe that took over Detroit last month. However, the extra cladding is so thorough that you would be forgiven to think that you are looking at BMW’s X5 series.

The XC90 is set to make an official debut sometime this fall. Volvo are adamant that the original XC90 capabilities will be perfectly preserved (3-rows setups included). Still, the new one will be the first Volvo to use the company’s SPA platform along with the Drive-E (VEA) powertrain layout. Supposedly, XC90s intended for the US market will churn out at the very least 302 hp. Don’t be surprised if they throw in a couple of electric motors as well. Also, Aisin Warner 8-speed transmissions will be coming as standard.

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February 4, 2014

BMW RS/M235i Green Hell by RS-Racingteam

RS-Racingteam-BMW-M235i-Green-Hell-shadow We have a racing car spree on our hands here. This is a very green BMW 2 Series coupe. And it’s not the save-the-planet type of green but more toxic spill green. The guys who have come up with it are from the German-based RS-Racingteam joint (responsible also for this). They’ve called it the BMW RS/M235i Green Hell Edition.

If we push aside the toxic wrapping, the first thing that catches your eye is the 18-inch ATS set of rims (different, BBS ones are also available). They come tailored with either Michelin semi-slicks or with a wet/street set of different tires measuring at 225 or 245 front and back respectively. The overall low stance is due not only to the low tire profile, but also due to the added KW Clubsport coilover kit. The stopping power too benefits from racing Ferodo pads, steel flex tubes and a special sports braking fluid. At the back, there should be two Supersprint tail pipes made of stainless steel

In terns if aerodynamics, the RS/M235i packs a giant GFK rear wing and some bigger vents at the front (better brake ventilation).

The interior has been almost entirely stripped out. Carbon fiber panels on the doors house nothing but hand straps and the power window controls (yes, you still get electric windows). There’s a racing bucket seat behind the three-spoked momo racing wheel. There’s a passenger bucket seats as well. Both house a 6-point belt system. There are no floor mats, a safety cage ensures structural rigidity, and a special in-the-cabin fire extinguisher system can be found in the passenger footwell. The engine and gearbox have had special brackets installed so that you can find them where you left them after a vigorous race.

For that little extra something, you can add some oomph under the hood, but that you’ll have to discuss in person, apparently.

Source: RS-Racingteam

February 4, 2014

2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe – Officially Unveiled

BMW has continued to surprise their fans and customers. Whether the surprise is good or bad, only the time will show. The German manufacturer has presented the all-new 4-Series Gran Coupe, which will make its official debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, next month.

The model is very interesting, because it shares the length, width and wheelbase ith the 4-Series Coupe, but has a longer and higher roof. It has a hatchback configuration providing easier access to luggage compartment, which by the way is 35 liters more than the Coupe or totally 480 liters and 1,300 liters with rear seats folded down.

The engine line-up is the same like 3-Series Sedan and 4-Series Coupe – a 420i, a 428i and 435i as well as 418d and 420d. There is also an xDrive variant for 428i.

The inline six-cylinder 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol has 300HP (221 kW) at 5,800RPM and 405Nm (300 lb-ft) at just 1,300RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. It is able to return 22 mpg US in city / 32 mpg US on the highway and a combined cycle of 25 mpg US.

The 2015 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe will hit the US market this summer with pricing – $41,225 for the 428i and $46,725 for the 435i. Both are mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission and the 428i can be paired with xDrive AWD system for additional $1,000.

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Source: BMW

February 3, 2014

BMW 4-Series Coupe and Convertible Individual

BMW published several images on Facebook with the new Individual Program for the 4-Series Coupe and Convertible models. The manufacturer has already announced their Individual program for the M3 Saloon and M4 Coupe and now it is turn to the normal models.

The Coupe boasts a nice Citrine Black metallic exterior paint job and the Convertible is finished in Pyrite Brown metallic. Both come with 19” alloy wheels with a V-spoke 626 design.

The interior can be ordered with Ash Grain White trim and Merino leather upholstery in opal white with contrasting piping and stitching. There is also a leather steering wheel with Individual badge, Plane Auburn dark wood trim and Merino leather in Gold Brown.

Source: BMW via Facebook

January 30, 2014

LUMMA Design Introduces Two BMW CLR I Design Concepts

Behind the capitals CLR I the tuners at LUMMA Design have hidden two design studies, which are based on recently released BMW hybrid models. Precisely we are speaking here about the I8 Sports Car and I3 Electric Vehicle.

Although the production design of the models is pretty impressive already, what LUMMA has to offer is also worth reviewing. First of all, the LUMMA CLR I8 Concept is based on the BMW i8 and it is envisioned to include high-tech material carbon. It will be utilized for the front spoiler, side skirts and rear bumper with diffuser.

Completely different here, in comparison to the original I8, are the specially designed wheels and a tailor made stickers. They both feature accents in green that additionally underline the sporty character of the vehicle.

The second tuning program is prepared for the I3. LUMMA CLR I3 Concept comprises of a front spoiler lip, a specially designed hood and side skirts, which are all made of high-strength and ultra-light carbon. What rounds out the sporty appearance of the model is the wheel set in the design of the LUMMA CLR 22.

Source: LUMMA Design

January 30, 2014

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